Values guide our lives, whether we realize it or not. We make choices based on a set of values, whether ours or others. When people don’t know their values, they take on other people’s values. Studies show that being in integrity with our values and embodying them leads to lasting fulfillment and satisfaction. Regardless of…
How to Increase Emotional Intelligence and Why it’s So Important
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is defined as “the ability to perceive, control and evaluate emotions.” EQ is not just some nice-to-have trait — it’s essential for our general wellbeing. Although different types of people handle emotions differently, anyone can learn how to increase emotional intelligence with the right knowledge and tools. Find out how to increase…
The Difference Between Hedonic and Eudaimonic Happiness (and why it matters)
Most of us are familiar with hedonic happiness – the type that’s derived from pleasure and enjoyment. While hedonism might make you feel good temporarily, it won’t change a reality that you’re not happy with. To create the type of happiness that’s enduring, you need to balance hedonic with eudaimonic happiness – the type of…
How Structure Can Create More Free Time
Structure doesn’t mean that you must always be on the go and adhere to a rigid timetable. When done correctly, building structure can create freedom in your schedule. It allows you to fully invest and be present in what you do. By making these gradual, incremental tweaks to your lifestyle, you can create more free…
Understanding Individualistic and Collectivistic Cultures and How it Impacts Us
Culture is a way of life. It consists of practices, beliefs, rules, habits, and values that are used to guide behavior. Becoming aware of your culture’s influence and using that to make conscious choices that serve both your personal growth and your community is the key to finding balance. Here, we discuss both individualistic and…
How to Create the Ideal Schedule Using Your Circadian Rhythms
We all have a well-defined internal clock that’s commonly referred to as circadian rhythms. This clock regulates important body processes and determines how our energy flows throughout the day. By working with your body’s cycles, you can understand your natural peaks and valleys and harness your energy to pack more into your day. These three…
5 Ways to Manage Your Energy Better
Knowing how to maintain your energy is essential if you want to get more done and have a richer life experience. You can do this by learning to manage your energy better and becoming aware of how your body functions with its energetic ebbs and flows. Learn how to make positive shifts in your lifestyle…
Productivity Boost: 7 Types of Breaks That Increase Productivity
Getting proper rest is not just about getting enough sleep and vacation time. As multi-faceted beings, we have different needs that must be met to function at peak state. Knowing the seven types of breaks that boost productivity, and making time for ourselves, leads to a life of balance and success. (Estimated reading time: 6-7…
Irrational Behaviors: Why Humans Behave Out of Character
As humans, we are not born rational. It’s something that we must cultivate. Irrational behaviors can make us act rashly and impulsively. While we can’t eliminate irrationality, we can counteract its effects by becoming aware of our triggers and balancing our thoughts with our emotions. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “The fact that logic cannot…
When Good is Good Enough
For perfectionists, “good enough” is the enemy of excellence. This all-or-nothing thinking traps them in a state of dissatisfaction. Instead of living in a state of acceptance, they’re constantly chasing a moving target. At its root, it’s about fear. If you’re someone who is motivated to work to a high level, recognizing these five occasions…